German Sauerkraut Cooked with Wine Recipe - Weinkraut

German sauerkraut cooked with wine is known as Weinkraut in German. This recipe calls for purchased sauerkraut (in a jar or can), but you can certainly make your own sauerkraut.

The potato in this recipe acts as a thickener and is often used in sauerkraut cooked in wine or any other type. Serve this tasty side dish with grilled sausages or bratwurst and puréed potatoes made with a ricer, or a slice of bread to soak up the juices.

Makes 4 servings.

What You'll Need

1 small onion

1 tablespoon lard or oil

1 (28-ounce) can or jar sauerkraut

1 small potato

3/4 cup dry white wine

2 teaspoons sugar

8 ounces green grapes (optional)

1 teaspoon caraway seed (optional)

2 ounces cooked, diced bacon (optional)

How to Make It

Peel 1 small onion and cut it into small dice. In a skillet, sauté the onion for about 5 minutes in 1 tablespoon lard or oil.

Loosen the sauerkraut with a fork and rinse if it is too salty. Add the sauerkraut to the skillet with the onion.